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Jock rash is another term used for jock itch. Its one kind of fungal disease which is very much common among the human population. This disease is characterized by red rashes sometimes in the form of rings in different parts of the body. As fungus thrives in wet conditions your arm pits legs etc are more prone to jock itch. The name jock rash which sounds rather odd has been inspired from male athletes who have a very high rate of suffering from this disease. Although this disease causes quite an irritation it is not a very serious one and can be cured by using over the counter drugs and cleaning the infected regions. Maintaining hygienic lifestyle also goes a long way in keeping things clean.
Diagnosis: Jock Rash like other fungal diseases is very much easy to diagnose.
Also one of the most fool proof solution is using laboratory analysis. Take the sample of the scaly layers from the infected region and put it into a solution of potassium hydroxide solutions. Now heat the solution gently so that the skin gets melted but the fungus cells don’t. If it is actually infected by fungal infection you can actually see the fungal cells using a microscope. However the doctor although after not finding fungus can give it to be cultured so that he knows whether it has a tendency for infection afterwards.
Causes: This kind of disease are caused when certain micro organism become parasites in our body .these fungal infection normally occurs in the groin reason where it’s warm and moist which is a perfect breeding ground for all sorts of fungal infections. It is also communicable and can be caused by sharing towels and beds with the infected person. Sexual intercourse with the infected person can also cause the diseases. People who are obese or sweat a lot also are at higher risk of jock rash while some people may be genetically prone to this type of infection
Treatment: If the problem is mild enough than over the counter drugs are good enough to take care of your problem. But however if the problem is severe you need a prescription drugs or oral medication.
Some of the mild tropical medications which can cure mild cases of jock itch include
Miconazole
Clotrimazole
Terbinafine
If the person after administrating these drugs still have not get any relief the doctor might provide for some stronger medications .some of which are
Tropical
1. Econazole
2. Oxiconazole
Oral
1. Itraconazole
2. Fluconazole |
